Cute Winter Accessories

We all know Cardiff isn’t known for its spectacular weather and with January consistently being one of the coldest months of the year, it's time to make sure you have the most stylish winter accessories so you still look cute while braving the gale force winds and torrential rain. The familiar scene of the clouds opening up and meeting a friend while sporting the 'wet look', surprisingly enough, isn't always sexy. So, here are this season's key winter accessories.

The Beanie

Beanies made their way back into fashion alongside the ‘sports luxe’ trend last year. These look super cute with a bobble and add an edge to an outfit while keeping your head snug and warm. Whether you're wearing a formal or classic coat, add a beanie to your outfit to keep it casual and understated.

Most coats currently in fashion right don't cover the neck; therefore, a snood is essential for keeping you snug and warm. Coming in a range of slim shapes to chunkier knits, here are some that are some winter-appropriate styles:

If you're in the mood for something less grungy and casual than the beanie, try wearing a fedora, bowler or a floppy hat. This kind of oh-so chic headwear looks great with biker-style coats and structured handbags.

1. Big Floppy Hat, Topshop - £28

2. Mira Floppy Hat, Nasty Gal - £21.36

3. ASOS Felt Fedora Hat, ASOS - £20

4. ASOS Aztec Band Felt Fedora Hat, ASOS - £22

5. Light Pink Rolled Brim Bowler Hat, River Island - £20

Faux Fur

Fur is everywhere and has pervaded shops in the form of collars, pillbox hats/cossacks, headbands, coats, and snoods. They can make an outfit look more vintage and timeless, or create that warm, fluffy and soft winter look. While Cossacks secure your hair in place, preventing it from turning into a windswept disaster, they can look a bit chunky on a petite head; the headband is a great alternative and a chic addition to a winter coat.

Winter just isn't complete without tartan. A classic style that resurfaces every year, these look great on both men and women, so don't be afraid to shop in the menswear section for a pretty piece of highland print.